Jeanette Dorman, age 81 of Exline, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at Putnam County Care Center in Unionville, Missouri.

Jeanette was born on March 19, 1936 in Kulm, North Dakota, the daughter of Rynhold and Lea (Roloff) Flegel. She graduated from Hebron High School with the Class of 1954. She continued her education at the Bismarck School of Nursing, earning her Bachelor's degree. She was united in marriage to Ronald Dorman on July 6, 1957. From this union, 2 children were born, Jon and Terry.

Jeanette worked most of her life in the nursing field. She would put her heart into everything she did. Most recently, she retired as an Appanoose County Public Health Nurse. She was also a member of P.E.O.

She also had a passion for anything outdoors, including bird watching and playing with her pets.

Jeanette is survived by her husband, Ronald Dorman of Exline; her children, Jon (Judy) Dorman of Exline, and Terry (Peter) Heckmann of Austin, Texas; and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rynhold and Lea Flegel.

Per Jeanette's wishes, cremation has been accorded. Private family services will take place at a later date. Lange Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with caring for the family. Memorials have been established to the Appanoose County Bird Club, and may be mailed to Lange Funeral Home, 1900 South 18th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544. Condolences may be shared online at www.langefh.com.